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QBIND40 insightsLatest Aug 1, 2026
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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Competing for the backup quarterback job with Riley Leonard entering his fourth NFL season at age 24. On Friday, Richardson delivered arguably the highlight of training camp while leading the third-team offense: he sold a play-action fake before unleashing a 50-yard touchdown pass down the far right sideline to receiver Sahmir Hagans, who collected the pass in full sprint. The source notes 'the one thing Richardson is still able to showcase is his rocket of arm talent that has always made him dangerous.' However, Richardson struggled with ball security, dropping two snaps and bobbling at least three others throughout practice, with two consecutive mishandled snaps ending the final team period.
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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Stampede Blue
Competing for the backup quarterback job with Leonard entering his fourth NFL season. Delivered arguably the highlight of training camp on Friday while leading the third-team offense, selling a play-action fake before unleashing a 50-yard touchdown pass to Sahmir Hagans down the far right sideline—showcasing his rocket arm talent that has always made him dangerous. However, Richardson struggled with ball security, dropping two snaps and bobbling at least three others throughout practice, with two consecutive mishandled snaps ending the final team period immediately after his electrifying play.
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NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026Stampede Blue
Competing for the backup quarterback job with Leonard entering his fourth NFL season. Delivered arguably the highlight of training camp on Friday while leading the third-team offense, executing a play-action fake before throwing a 50-yard touchdown pass to Sahmir Hagans down the far right sideline that drew the largest roar of the week. However, Richardson struggled with ball security, dropping two snaps and bobbling at least three others throughout practice, with two consecutive mishandled snaps ending the final team period immediately after his electrifying play. The source notes his rocket arm talent remains dangerous despite the ball security concerns.
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PositiveUsageJul 30, 202632BeatWriters
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A couple highlights from 7-on-7s: Richardson threw an out route to Burks that was a little too high, Burks tipped it, and Cameron Mitchell snatched it for a pick-six. Richardson then threw a downfield jump ball to Ben Nikkel, who leaped up and came down with it.

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PositiveValueJul 30, 2026FantasyPros Articles
Richardson is available at a cheap price (ECR: QB36) as a buy-low candidate despite poor passing performance since the 2023 NFL Draft. The source acknowledges his struggles as a passer but argues that formerly touted prospects can find their footing, citing Sam Darnold's recent Super Bowl win as evidence that quarterback trajectories can change. Richardson's rushing ceiling is highlighted as too good to pass up. Daniel Jones, the Colts' current starter, is coming off a torn Achilles, which could create an opportunity for Richardson to get back on the field.
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PositiveValueJul 30, 2026FantasyPros Articles
Richardson was highly touted coming out of the 2023 NFL Draft for his rushing upside, though he's struggled as a passer. The source argues that formerly touted prospects can find their footing, citing Sam Darnold's recent Super Bowl win as precedent. Daniel Jones, the incumbent Colts QB, is coming off a torn Achilles, creating a potential opening. The source frames Richardson as a cheap shot on his rushing ceiling and the possibility of a change of scenery or forced action due to injury.
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NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Richardson's trade request remains on the table, but the Colts have no intention to 'give him away' and currently intend to keep all three quarterbacks (Jones, Richardson, Leonard). Ballard insinuated Richardson still has a bright future in the league, though stopped short of committing to keeping him with the Colts. Richardson is in the final year of his rookie contract; Indy would save $5.385M if traded this season. The Colts have appreciated Richardson's quality as a teammate and the ongoing positional competition between him and Leonard behind Jones during the offseason.
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NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026Stampede Blue
Richardson's offseason trade request remains active, but the Colts have appreciated the positional competition between him and Riley Leonard behind Daniel Jones and don't plan to 'give him away' by any means. Richardson is in the final year of his rookie contract, and Indianapolis would save $5.385M if traded this season. GM Chris Ballard insinuated Richardson still has a bright future in the league, though stopped short of committing to keeping him with the Colts. The source suggests if the Colts receive meaningful trade return value, they may move him; otherwise, he'll compete for QB2 reps in training camp and preseason.
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NegativeProjectionJul 27, 2026Stampede Blue
Richardson's health and performance are the primary determinant of the Colts' division and playoff viability. If fully healthy and playing at his best stretch level from last season, the Colts can be competitive for the AFC South; if average, limited by his Achilles injury, or inconsistent against better teams, winning the division becomes impossible. His stability is also critical to the over 7.5 wins bet—eight wins should be within reach if he provides stable quarterback play for a full season, but if he misses time or regresses, the Colts could slide back toward seven wins or worse.
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NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026Stampede Blue
Beyond on-field performance, Richardson's 'tap-out' game against Houston raises questions about his toughness, preparedness, mental fortitude, and desire to win—factors that teams weigh when deciding whether to trade assets for him. The source notes these concerns are 'fair or not' a factor in trade market decisions. His best path forward is impressing in training camp with the Colts, but the organization's plan does not include him.
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